Description
Hearty Beef Chili is the ultimate comfort food that warms you from the inside out. This robust dish combines tender ground beef, rich tomatoes, and hearty beans, all simmered with a blend of spices that create deep, inviting flavors. Perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings, this chili is not only satisfying but also easy to prepare in large batches, making it ideal for meal prepping or freezing leftovers for quick weeknight dinners. Each spoonful delivers a comforting experience that will leave everyone at the table asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–2 pounds ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed or diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in canned tomatoes and rinsed beans; mix well.
- Season with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; adjust spices to taste.
- Reduce heat to low and let simmer uncovered for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition and flavor, include chopped bell peppers or zucchini during cooking. - If you prefer a thicker chili, let it simmer longer or reduce the amount of liquid added.